{"id":46142,"date":"2026-04-21T03:07:28","date_gmt":"2026-04-21T07:07:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/2026\/04\/21\/just-in-liverpool-beat-man-united-and-real-madrid-in-race-for-80m-midfielder\/"},"modified":"2026-04-21T03:07:28","modified_gmt":"2026-04-21T07:07:28","slug":"just-in-liverpool-beat-man-united-and-real-madrid-in-race-for-80m-midfielder","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/2026\/04\/21\/just-in-liverpool-beat-man-united-and-real-madrid-in-race-for-80m-midfielder\/","title":{"rendered":"Just In: Liverpool beat Man United and Real Madrid in race for \u00a380m midfielder"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_74 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/2026\/04\/21\/just-in-liverpool-beat-man-united-and-real-madrid-in-race-for-80m-midfielder\/#Adam_Whartons_rise_to_power_at_Crystal_Palace_has_been_impressive\" >Adam Wharton&#8217;s rise to power at Crystal Palace has been impressive<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/2026\/04\/21\/just-in-liverpool-beat-man-united-and-real-madrid-in-race-for-80m-midfielder\/#Liverpool_among_clubs_interested_in_midfielder\" >Liverpool among clubs interested in midfielder<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><\/p>\n<div id=\"article-body\">\n<!-- Article Start --><\/p>\n<p><strong>Liverpool appear to have made an early move on what could be one of the biggest midfield transfer talks of the summer, with Crystal Palace star Adam Wharton emerging as a top target.<br \/><\/strong><br \/>According to talkSPORT, the Reds are currently leading the race to sign the highly-rated England international, but with competition from Manchester United and Real Madrid, nothing will be easy.<\/p>\n<div aria-setsize=\"-1\" id=\"message-list_1773822614.804109\" style=\"clear:left;\">\n<div>\n<div aria-roledescription=\"message\">\n<div>\n<div>\n<div>\n<div>\n<div>\n<div>\n<div>\n<div>\n<div><b>Download the official CaughtOffSide app to get all the latest news and updates straight to your phone. above <\/b><b><u><span draggable=\"true\">apple<\/span><\/u><\/b><b>    &#038; <\/b><b><u><span draggable=\"true\">Google play<\/span><\/u><\/b><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Since joining Crystal Palace, Wharton has made rapid progress and has become one of the most exciting young midfielders in English football.<\/p>\n<p>His contract runs until June 2029 and Palace remain in a strong position, reportedly demanding at least \u00a380m to consider selling their prized asset.<\/p>\n<p>This rating indicates both his current performance and long-term potential, making him one of the most valuable young midfielders on the market.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Adam_Whartons_rise_to_power_at_Crystal_Palace_has_been_impressive\"><\/span>Adam Wharton&#8217;s rise to power at Crystal Palace has been impressive<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Wharton&#8217;s development over the past year has been incredible.<\/p>\n<p>His composure, vision and ability to dictate the tempo on the ball have been compared to some of England&#8217;s best deep-sided midfielders.<\/p>\n<p>He doesn&#8217;t just pass the ball, he controls the rhythm of the game, often perfectly positioned to receive the ball and distribute it effectively.<\/p>\n<p>His passing range allows him to switch plays quickly and his great defensive awareness allows him to definitely contribute when his team doesn&#8217;t have the ball.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Liverpool_among_clubs_interested_in_midfielder\"><\/span>Liverpool among clubs interested in midfielder<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Liverpool&#8217;s interest makes perfect sense when viewed through the lens of the ongoing evolution of their midfield.<\/p>\n<p>Over the past few seasons, the club has revamped much of its midfield and brought in young players to build a more dynamic and sustainable squad.<\/p>\n<p>Wharton fits that profile perfectly, being young, technically gifted and already has Premier League experience.<\/p>\n<p>But Liverpool aren&#8217;t the only ones praising them. Manchester United are also thought to be monitoring Wharton as part of a long-term midfield rebuild.<\/p>\n<p>Wharton&#8217;s skillset makes him an attractive option as the club looks to inject creativity and stability into the middle of the pitch.<\/p>\n<p>Meanwhile, Real Madrid&#8217;s involvement highlights how highly regarded he is across Europe. 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